Eustachian tube obstruction treatment in Türkiye

Obstruction of the Eustachian tube is treated in Türkiye with surgery or by prescription, depending on the condition of the obstruction or the degree to which the inflammation has reached.

Overview of Eustachian tube obstruction

The Eustachian tube is a small tube that runs between the middle ear and the top of the throat. It is responsible for equalizing ear pressure and draining fluid from the middle ear, which is the part behind the eardrum.

These channels are small in size and can become blocked for a number of reasons. Blockage of the Eustachian tubes can cause pain, hearing difficulties, and a feeling of fullness in the ears. This phenomenon is referred to as Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD).

It is a relatively common condition. Depending on the cause, it may heal on its own or with simple home treatment procedures. Severe or recurrent cases may require a visit to the doctor.

Symptoms of duct obstruction

• Fullness in the ears.
• The feeling that your ears are “clogged”
• Changes in the level of hearing
• Tinnitus, also known as tinnitus
• Clicking or popping sounds
• Tickling feelings in the ears
• pain

The length of time that Eustachian tube blockage symptoms last depends on the initial cause. For example, the problem caused by elevation changes may be resolved by simply returning to the altitude you are used to.

Causes of duct obstruction

Allergies and illnesses such as the common cold are the most common causes of Eustachian tube blockage. These conditions may cause the eustachian tubes to become inflamed or blocked with mucus. People with sinus infections are more likely to have a blocked duct.

Elevation changes can also cause problems with the ears, which can be experienced during:

Hiking, traveling through mountains, flying on an airplane, or even taking an elevator.

Risk factors for Eustachian tube blockage

Anyone can get an Eustachian tube blockage from time to time, but some people are more prone to this condition.

Obesity can also increase your risk, because fatty deposits may build up around the Eustachian tubes. Smoking can damage the protective hairs in the middle ear called cilia, and increase the chances of mucus getting stuck. Allergic people may have more risks and congestion, which leads to an increased risk.

Children are more susceptible to infection because the size of their eustachian tubes is smaller, which increases the chance of trapping mucus and germs in them and they are more vulnerable to infection because their immune system is still in the process of development.

Diagnosis of duct obstruction

Diagnosis is made through a physical examination. First, your doctor will ask you about your pain, hearing changes, or other symptoms. Then your doctor will look inside your ear, carefully examining the ear canal and the passages in the nose and throat.

Eustachian tube blockage treatment

Eustachian tube blockage usually resolves without treatment. But if your symptoms are severe or persist for more than two weeks, you should consult your doctor to start treatment. Treatment for a blocked duct depends on both the severity of the condition and its cause, and may include home remedies and over-the-counter (OTC) medications in addition to prescription medications.

Traditionally, when you have an infection, your doctor may prescribe an antibiotic. This can come in the form of ear drops, oral tablets, or both. Oral corticosteroids may also be used in cases of severe inflammation.

Severe cases of Otsaki duct obstruction may require more invasive treatments. Pressure equalization tubes are implanted in some people to equalize ear pressure and to help with recurrent or chronic middle ear infections. You may also need to drain the fluid buildup if your Eustachian tube is not working properly. This is done by making a small cut in the eardrum to help drain fluid

Eustachian tube obstruction

In certain cases, the doctor resorts to surgery to open the Eustachian tube and allow air to pass naturally into the middle ear, thus returning the sense of hearing, getting rid of pressure and protecting the ear from infections again.

Types of Eustachian tube obstruction

First, make an incision in the eardrum

The doctor makes a delicate incision in the eardrum to remove the fluids in the middle ear. This incision remains open until the lining of the Eustachian tube has healed well. If the eardrum heals before the Eustachian tube recovers, the fluids will return to collect in the middle ear.

Secondly – pressure equalization pipes,

Where a precise incision is made in the tympanic membrane, as in the first type, and then very fine plastic tubes are placed inside that incision, which maintains ventilation of the middle ear and helps to equalize pressure, and these tubes remain for a period between 6 months to about a year, and upon recovery and healing. Tympanic membrane, the ear pushes the tube outward.

As for chronic cases, the doctor uses tubes that stay for a longer period. It is important to know that this operation is very simple and takes place within 5 minutes using local anesthesia for adults, and light general anesthesia for children, after which the patient feels comfortable and gets rid of the symptoms of Eustachian tube obstruction.

Eustachian tube obstruction treatment in Türkiye

If the case of Eustachian tube obstruction is simple and can be treated with medication, you can visit the nearest doctor to your place of residence, in the event that you need surgery, you can consult REHABTÜRK doctors via the link

How can I book for Eustachian tube obstruction treatment in Türkiye?

• Free medical support on the phone: You will have a dedicated representative for your health condition who is always ready to answer your questions.
• Free consultation with a specialist doctor: Your medical representative will consult with a number of doctors and hospitals to find the best possible treatments.
• Free travel visa arrangement: We will contact the embassy in your country to assist you in obtaining a visa to visit Türkiye.
• Free itinerary planning: We will create a schedule for your medical trip to Türkiye.
• Free translation of documents and reports: We will translate medical documents and reports into Turkish on your behalf.
• Free support and monitoring: We will monitor the stages of treatment and be by your side every step of the way.
• Free instant translation: We will be with you during the treatment stages to provide translation between you and the medical team.
• Free accommodation and transportation coordination: We will book accommodation for you and your companions in Türkiye, along with transportation services.

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